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The Monitor's ViewChina's progress is not in theft of trade secretsThe US indictment of five Chinese military men for cyber-espionage against American firms is really a challenge to Beijing to fulfill its own goal of sustaining growth through home-grown innovation in technology.
Six ways to #BringBackOurGirls in NigeriaThe Nigerian government and those supporting it in the international community could do more to address urgent humanitarian needs and contribute to democracy and rule of law in Nigeria.
The Monitor's ViewAfrica's best response to Boko HaramFive weeks after Boko Haram kidnapped more than 200 girls in Nigeria, the response has been mainly a military one. Yet history shows such radical groups thrive in the poorest places. With its rising prosperity, Africa must learn to spread its new wealth around.
The Monitor's ViewAn India ready to dream bigA sweeping election victory for Narendra Modi and his Hindu-nationalist party reflects an India with new views of its capacity for progress. But Mr. Modi must not interpret the voters' big dreams as a mandate for big-man rule.
The Monitor's ViewWanted: world model for clean sportsA new study warns of a rising threat to the integrity of sports from gambling that leads to more fixed matches. While some countries keep sports safe from manipulation, a global approach is needed, much like the fight against doping.
How Myanmar can combat ethnic conflictMyanmar holds the key to improving the lives of millions within its borders and beyond.聽With international support, it must work to promote social unity and empower and protect minorities. Then it can be an example for a region that has too often failed to uphold pluralist norms.- How Myanmar can combat ethnic conflictMyanmar holds the key to improving the lives of millions within its borders and beyond.聽With international support, it must work to promote social unity and empower and protect minorities. Then it can be an example for a region that has too often failed to uphold pluralist norms.
The Monitor's ViewIn Google searches of names, a right to be forgivenEurope's highest court rules that individuals can demand search engines like Google remove links to personal data. The ruling only begins to address the Internet's problem of incomplete information on a person's past mistakes.
Climate change is divisive. Climate solutions are not.People of all stripes 鈥� whether green-living gurus or thrifty penny pinchers, conservatives or liberals 鈥� want to use less energy. Now, technology and behavioral science are giving them the tools to do it.- Climate change is divisive. Climate solutions are not.People of all stripes 鈥� whether green-living gurus or thrifty penny pinchers, conservatives or liberals 鈥� want to use less energy. Now, technology and behavioral science are giving them the tools to do it.
The Monitor's ViewIn praise of the OSCE as Ukraine's friendAn unsung international body, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, has helped many countries become secure and democratic. Now Ukraine needs the OSCE to help resolve its tensions and hold a fair election.
Global ViewpointAfter Boko Haram kidnapping: What does the US stand for?It took three weeks for President Obama to publicly address the crisis of more than 250 Nigerian school girls kidnapped by Boko Haram. Evidence is mounting that, beyond its strategic self-interest, the聽US does not have an operating philosophy on defending human rights.- Global ViewpointAfter Boko Haram kidnapping: What does the US stand for?It took three weeks for President Obama to publicly address the crisis of more than 250 Nigerian school girls kidnapped by Boko Haram. Evidence is mounting that, beyond its strategic self-interest, the聽US does not have an operating philosophy on defending human rights.
The Monitor's ViewHow Nigerians can thwart Boko HaramForeign help for Nigeria to rescue the girls abducted by Boko Haram only highlights the government's failings, notably corruption. To dry up support for such militant groups, Nigerians must put an end to graft in high places.
The Monitor's ViewAn answer to Ukraine's pro-Russia vote on 'self rule'The pro-Russia votes on 'self rule' in eastern Ukraine are illegal by any measure but they reflect a legitimate challenge to the nation's identity. The interim government in Kiev has responded well with offers that reflect a civil spirit of democratic unity.
The Monitor's ViewHow China, Russia help spread democracyNations not in secure alliances of democracy take note when Russia annexes a piece of Ukraine and China shoots water guns at Vietnam's ships in a claim on the Paracel Islands. Security pacts based on common civic values can be strong deterrents.
OpinionHow to loosen Boko Haram鈥檚 hold on NigeriaBoko Haram鈥檚 depredations, while horrific, are symptomatic of longer-term problems.聽With US support, Nigeria must curb political corruption to improve security, ensure religious freedom, and begin the process of reconciliation among its people.
The Monitor's ViewNegotiate with Boko Haram to release girls?Nigeria rules out talking with Boko Haram until the girls are released. But it also welcomes US assistance in hostage negotiation. It must draw on the experience of other countries in how and when to negotiate with terrorists.
Global ViewpointGordon Brown: US, Britain, and Nigeria must not let Boko Haram act with impunityThe US and Britain must lend surveillance and other technology聽help locate the girls kidnapped by Boko Haram in Nigeria. By doing so, they are sending a message that friends of Nigeria will not stand by if the terrorist campaign continues. A new 'safe schools' initiative must also be put in place to reassure worried parents that schools are secure.- Global ViewpointGordon Brown: US, Britain, and Nigeria must not let Boko Haram act with impunityThe US and Britain must lend surveillance and other technology聽help locate the girls kidnapped by Boko Haram in Nigeria. By doing so, they are sending a message that friends of Nigeria will not stand by if the terrorist campaign continues. A new 'safe schools' initiative must also be put in place to reassure worried parents that schools are secure.
